Automation Parts

ABB Low Voltage has released a drive module with an in-built energy saving calculator, embedded Modbus and drive-to-drive link, a user interface with a series of assistant wizards and integrated safety functions. It also features modular hardware and software along with a removable memory unit, and uses the latest motor control platform, Direct Torque Control (DTC). Targeted specifically at OEMs, panel builders and system integrators, the ABB industrial drive modules are designed for industrial machinery and applications such as extruders, cranes, mixers, pumps and fans, in the power range 1.1kW to 400kW, with voltages from 380V to 480V. An on-board energy saving calculator indicates the amount of energy consumed and the amount of energy saved in kW hours and money, as well as showing the duration curve showing the load profile of the drive. It also has an automatic energy optimiser that provides for optimum drive efficiency. The drive's internal fan features an automatic on/of...

Calculator Shows Sensor Savings With only a few pieces of information, TR Electronic engineers will evaluate cost-effective and innovative approaches to any existing sensor strategy. TR Electronic has added an online sensor calculator to its website, enabling visitors to to calculate the potential savings available. With only a few pieces of information, TR Electronic engineers will evaluate cost-effective and innovative approaches to any existing sensor strategy. The sensor calculator is free to use, and results will be provided within 24 hours. Whether the object of the exercise is a measurable reduction in spending (dollars saved) or a specific return on investment (ROI, NPV etc), TR Electronic reckons the sensor calculator will provide all the information required.